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Recent Examples of upside
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
On the upside, this design makes the mouse truly ambidextrous.
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Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
27 June 2026
San Antonio Express-News,
6 June 2018
Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him.
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Marcus Hayes,
Philly.com,
24 Apr. 2018
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Noun
Leaving the Wildcard too late will limit its upside.
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Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
27 June 2026
On the upside, this design makes the mouse truly ambidextrous.
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Zackery Cuevas,
PC Magazine,
27 June 2026
Preposition
Louisville City slapped the New England Revolution upside the head 2-1.
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San Antonio Express-News,
6 June 2018
Then, astonishingly, in the open court, after a whistle blew, Heat guard Goran Dragic cuffed Simmons upside the head after Simmons stole the ball from him, and after Simmons already had been fouled by him.
—
Marcus Hayes,
Philly.com,
24 Apr. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upside
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One potential downside of RV travel is that mechanical issues can pop up unexpectedly, like with any vehicle.
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Public, concessional or catalytic capital absorbs part of the downside, improving the risk-return equation for private investors and helping unlock investment that otherwise would not happen.
Preposition
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An audience member who fled to the bathroom to vomit was swiftly set upon by an actor trying to incorporate them into a scene.
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Vietnamese airlines are planning to significantly reduce flights and scale back operations next month due to the high costs brought upon by the conflict, as well as potential jet fuel shortages.
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The Math Behind Deteriorating Road Conditions Street maintenance follows a cost curve that is rarely appreciated outside public works circles.
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On curves like the one where the derailment occurred, the railroad uses metal poles instead of wood.
Preposition
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In recent weeks, Ukraine has escalated its military efforts there, reflecting Kyiv’s broader push to increase pressure on the Kremlin.
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Pluverge, an ice cream maker at Taste the Tropics, came to the United States on asylum after he was kidnapped and tortured by gang members in his home country.
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Fiery Mars shifts into your 11th House of Friends, quickening chats and group planning while your expressive nature rallies people around playful, creative goals.
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Moving past initial group play, the tournament shifts to a win-or-go-home format that determines the path to the July 19 final.
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Rodriguez's two-run double opened the scoring in a five-run fourth inning against Bryan Woo (6-6) as the Pirates went ahead 5-1.
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The band had been denied the opportunity to perform during Haiti’s pre-World Cup friendly against Peru, despite the presence of a Peruvian band.
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Mega-ships like MSC World America offer seemingly endless activities, from an onboard comedy club to the Lego Family Zone and the Cliffhanger swing ride.
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Obviously, Devers put a pretty good swing on it and hit off the foul pole.
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The birth of our great nation basically coincides with the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, which came to our shores before the turn of the 18th century.
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Drivers could now leave Little Rock, cross the Lincoln Avenue Viaduct, proceed down Lincoln Avenue and, instead of continuing on the River Road, make a 90-degree turn and go up the hill to Pulaski Heights.
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“Upside.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upside. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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